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The Aerospace Corporation · 1 month ago

Financial Reporting Senior Accountant

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $160K/yr

3+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. They are looking for a Senior Accountant to join their Financial Reporting department, focusing on preparation and analysis related to corporate financial reporting and other deliverables.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Participates in the preparation of year-end corporate financial statement, monthly internal reporting package, incurred cost claim report, benefit plans financial statements, 5500 reports, debt covenant reports, account reconciliations, and journal entries

Prepares reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Prepares supporting schedules for requests made by internal and external auditors

Participates in department projects and initiatives; looks for continued department improvements

Assists with tax reporting in collaboration with tax lead accountant as needed

Qualification

GAAPERP systemsFinancial reportingCPAData analysisInterpersonal skillsWriting skillsCommunication skills

Required

Three or more years of experience in Accounting, Finance or related field, with a Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or related field

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Experience working with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, People Soft) and MS Excel

Understanding of diverse accounting subject matter and financial reporting requirements

Strong interpersonal, writing and communication skills

Six or more years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field with a bachelor's degree; or 4 or more years of progressive experience in Accounting, Finance or related field, with an MBA or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Preferred

CPA and/or public accounting experience

Masters in Accounting or MBA

Experience preparing corporate financial statements including footnotes and related supporting schedules

Demonstrated accounting ability in such areas as performing month-end close activities, preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and audit schedules

Experience preparing Incurred Cost Submission

Experience preparing benefit plan financial statements

Understanding of government contracting regulations (FAR, CAS), overhead rates and different contract types (CPFF, FFP, T&M, etc.)

Experience with data analysis techniques / data analytics

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect